Graduate Certificate in Addiction Studies in Livonia United States | Madonna University

Boost your academic credentials with a specialized certificate in Addiction Studies. This program equips you with essential knowledge, practical skills, and the capacity to identify various forms of addiction as a medical condition while exploring prevention and treatment methods for different age groups and cultural backgrounds. The curriculum stays current with regular updates and new course offerings designed for students, community participants, and working professionals.

You'll explore addiction and recovery through biological, social, psychological, and spiritual lenses. The program covers the benefits of 12-step programs, peer support networks, and self-help groups for individuals with addictive behaviors. You'll also examine public policies concerning funding for prevention/treatment initiatives and other relevant policy issues.

Select from an extensive range of courses, including numerous electives tailored to your interests. Sample electives feature: Diverse Populations; Counseling Approaches; Prevention Strategies; Substance Use and HIV; Spiritual Aspects of Recovery; Drug Addiction Neurobiology; Coping with Grief; Gender-Specific Treatment for Women; and Problem Gambling. Gain hands-on experience through internship placements to apply your addiction-related knowledge in real-world settings.